Production Technician - Aerospace in Hood River, Oregon at Advanced Navigation and Positioning Corporation

ANPC is a global supplier of precision approach guidance and area surveillance solutions aimed at improving the safety and capacity of civil and military aviation for customers on all seven continents. Our transponder-based solutions are designed to serve airfields where others cannot. We are a team of extraordinary professionals working together to perform an important mission to uniquely serve airports with terrain, obstacles and other challenges that no other business can provide.

As a Production Technician you will assemble and test various elements of the Transponder Landing System. This includes completing mechanical assemblies involving both sub-system assembly work, and complete systems integration and will include testing of components, troubleshooting to the component level, component testing on the bench and in environmental chambers, and documenting the performance of the equipment under test. You will also interface with ANPC customers as a company representative during system installations at customer sites.

This is a full-time in-office position in Hood River, Oregon. This role is not remote eligible.

• Perform mechanical assembly work using a variety of hand tools (wrenches, drivers, sockets, etc.)

• Test electrical and mechanical assemblies using a variety of test equipment

• Troubleshoot and repair digital and analog circuits, including hand soldering of parts

• Write and edit test and assembly procedures

• Conduct quality control inspections of incoming materials and assembled parts

• Repair assembly errors noted by quality control personnel, or on parts returned from customers

• Travel to customer sites for the installation / integration of TLS or TTLS systems

• Perform full range of maintenance on company products, including on-site troubleshooting, installation, removal, retrofit, and/or preventive maintenance

• Associates degree in electronics or two years of college education in an engineering discipline, or equivalent military technical school or related field. Prior job experience may be substituted for education.

• 3+ years of manufacturing experience in aerospace industry

• Knowledge of analog and digital circuitry.

• Troubleshooting ability to the component level.

• Experienced with PCBA soldering, including SMT.

• Prior knowledge of or certification in IPC 610 and 620.

• Proficient in the use basic test equipment and conducting quality inspections of mechanical assemblies.

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra.

• Ability to read, write and interpret technical documents such as training manuals, corporate documents, work orders, assembly drawings/procedures and contracts.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to communicate effectively with management, customers and employees in a positive manner.

• Good hands-on assembly skills and attention to detail.

• Must be highly organized, and able to efficiently manage multiple tasks.

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft software and familiarity with Sage MAS 100 business management software a plus.

• Background in RF circuitry or fiber optics is a plus.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job in an office and manufacturing environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential functions may require maintaining the physical condition necessary for sitting, walking or standing for periods of time; operating a computer and keyboard; talk and hear at elevated room levels; using hands to finger, grasp, and feel; repetitive motion; close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; lift, push, carry, or pull up to 20 pounds. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach throughout the day. Visual acuity to read inventory labels, shipping documents, and computer screens. Ability to operate standard warehouse equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, carts) safely.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job in an office and manufacturing environment. This position operates out of the Production area, production areas may experience moderate to high noise levels due to machinery, equipment, and packaging processes. Hearing protection may be required in designated areas. Temperature in the warehouse may vary with seasonal conditions and may not be climate-controlled. The employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, forklifts, carts, pallet jacks and other typical hazards of an industrial setting; appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided and must be worn as required.

Due to the sensitive nature of the information and projects handled at this facility, this position requires U.S. citizenship. Candidates must be U.S. citizens to be considered for this role.

In addition to base pay, our competitive total rewards package consists of:

• 401(k) plan with match, with 100% vesting immediately.

• Comprehensive suite of insurance benefits for employees (and their families) to include a variety of medical plan options (including an HSA with employer contribution), dental, vision, life and disability insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Legal/Identity support plans, pet insurance.

• Access to Flexible Spending Accounts (medical, transit and Dependent Care).

• Generous paid time off including 4 weeks of vacation per year, paid sick leave, 11 paid company holidays, including a winter company shutdown.